Wisdom Collection (page 3)

Page from Proverbs with Pictures by Charles H Bennett, 1859 (engraving)
8638769 Page from Proverbs with Pictures by Charles H Bennett, 1859 (engraving) by Bennett, Charles Henry (1828-67) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page from Proverbs with Pictures by Charles H Bennett, 1859 (engraving)
8638759 Page from Proverbs with Pictures by Charles H Bennett, 1859 (engraving) by Bennett, Charles Henry (1828-67) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630730 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tailors of Bristol City, wise, strong, and witty (colour litho)
8642520 Tailors of Bristol City, wise, strong, and witty (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tailors of Bristol City, wise, strong, and witty)

The Wise and the Foolish Virgins (colour litho)
8631694 The Wise and the Foolish Virgins (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wise and the Foolish Virgins)

Freyja (Frigg, Friggja), wife of Odin, driving his tank shot by two blue cats - Norse deity Frigga, wife of Odin
NWI4930444 Freyja (Frigg, Friggja), wife of Odin, driving his tank shot by two blue cats - Norse deity Frigga, wife of Odin, driving a trolley

The Song of Oleg the Wise (oil on canvas)
DSA148326 The Song of Oleg the Wise (oil on canvas) by Myasoyedov, J. G. (1881-1953); 40.5x63.3 cm; Odessa Fine Arts Museum, Ukraine; © Odesa Fine Arts Museum.

The knowledge. From the episode "The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues", c.1539 . Private Collection

Justice. From the episode "The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues", c.1539 . Private Collection

The tired of life. study, 1887. Creator: Hodler, Ferdinand (1853-1918)
The tired of life. study, 1887. Private Collection

Study of an Old Man, Second half of the 15th century. Creator: Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
Study of an Old Man, Second half of the 15th century. Found in the Collection of the Istituto Centrale per la Grafica, Roma.

Antonio Grambone

Unknown man, c19th century. Creator: Edvard Perseus
Unknown man, c19th century

Minerva. Creator: Johan Sylvius
Minerva, Unknown date

Minerva seated on a cloud. Creator: Jacob de Wit
Minerva seated on a cloud

King Charles XI's upbringing. Allegory, 1668. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
King Charles XI's upbringing. Allegory, 1668

Seated Baboon, New Kingdom (1550-1070 B.C.). Creator: Unknown
Seated Baboon, New Kingdom (1550-1070 B.C

Seated Statuette of the Goddess Neith, 711-323 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Seated Statuette of the Goddess Neith, 711-323 B.C

St Catherine Imploring Pope Gregory XI to Return from Avignon to Rome, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Marco Benefial
St Catherine Imploring Pope Gregory XI to Return from Avignon to Rome, early-mid 18th century. Catherine is persuading the Pope to return to Rome to end the Avignon Papacy

Mars and Minerva, c17th century. Creator: Unknown
Mars and Minerva, c17th century

Buddhist Deity Fudo, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist Deity Fudo, 19th century

Standing Ptah Figurine, Late Period-Ptolemaic Period (probably between 380-100 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Standing Ptah Figurine, Late Period-Ptolemaic Period (probably between 380-100 BCE)

The Buddhist Goddess Victorious Wisdom Tara (Jina-Prajna Tara), c.15th century. Creator: Unknown
The Buddhist Goddess Victorious Wisdom Tara (Jina-Prajna Tara), c.15th century

Old woman with child and chafing dish, 1734. Creator: Jacob de Wit
Old woman with child and chafing dish, 1734

Reclining Goat, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Reclining Goat, 19th century

Buddhist Jewel of Wisdom Carved with Mountain Pavilions, Mid- to late 19th century. Creator: Kaigyokusai Masatsugu
Buddhist Jewel of Wisdom Carved with Mountain Pavilions, Mid- to late 19th century

Goat Lying Down, 1645-1660. Creator: Jan Baptist Weenix
Goat Lying Down, 1645-1660

The Scholar at the Lectern (The Father of the Jewish Bride), 1641. Creator: Rembrandt van Rhijn (1606-1669)
The Scholar at the Lectern (The Father of the Jewish Bride), 1641. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Haliaetus vocifer (African fish eagle), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Haliaetus vocifer (African fish eagle), 1777-1786

Terathopius ecaudatus (Batealeur), 1778. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Terathopius ecaudatus (Batealeur), 1778. Bird study: Bateleur (Terathopius Ecaudatus?, Determination uncertain, perhaps Gordon has only seen the bird from a distance; some characteristics are missing)

Virtue and the temple of wisdom, 1752-1819. Creator: Juriaan Andriessen
Virtue and the temple of wisdom, 1752-1819. Two symbolic representations

Five wise virgins, unknown date. Creator: Anon
Five wise virgins, unknown date

William III oversees the covenant between Wisdom and Peace, 1696. Creator: Hendrick van Beaumont
William III oversees the covenant between Wisdom and Peace, 1696

Head of a Helmeted Guineafowl, 1720-1792. Creator: Aert Schouman
Head of a Helmeted Guineafowl, 1720-1792

Storm, Diana, Miss, portrait photograph, 1912 or 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Storm, Diana, Miss, portrait photograph, 1912 or 1913

McMahon, Helen, Miss, or Dorothy McMahon, portrait photograph, between 1913 and 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McMahon, Helen, Miss, or Dorothy McMahon, portrait photograph, between 1913 and 1915

McMahon, Helen, Miss, or Dorothy McMahon, portrait photograph, between 1913 and 1915. Creator: Arnold Genthe
McMahon, Helen, Miss, or Dorothy McMahon, portrait photograph, between 1913 and 1915

Hooker, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 May 18. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hooker, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1916 May 18

An Allegory of the Wise and the Foolish Virgins, 1570. Creator: Hans Ewouts
An Allegory of the Wise and the Foolish Virgins, 1570. The Wise Virgins save the oil for their lamps, while the Foolish Virgins waste it

Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911. Creator: Unknown
Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911

Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911. Creator: Unknown
Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911

Sketch for the Hôtel de Ville in Paris : The Sages, c.1897. Creator: Victor Emile Prouve
Sketch for the Hotel de Ville in Paris : The Sages, c.1897. (Esquisse pour l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : Les Sages)

Wisdom Conquering Ignorance, c.1597. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
Wisdom Conquering Ignorance, c.1597

Two Native American women, posed, on Mackinac Island, 1903. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Two Native American women, posed, on Mackinac Island, 1903. [Michilimackinac in Odawa, Mitchimakinak in Ojibwemowin - island in Lake Huron, Michigan]

Sketch for the Church of St. Elisabeth: Religion, the Beatitudes, c.1847. Creator: German von Bohn
Sketch for the Church of St. Elisabeth: Religion, the Beatitudes, c.1847

Esquisse pour le Salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville : Minerve, between 1852 and 1854. Creator: Pierre Andrieu
Esquisse pour le Salon de la Paix de l'Hotel de Ville : Minerve, between 1852 and 1854

The Judgment of Solomon, ca 1625. Creator: Valentin de Boullogne (1591-1632)
The Judgment of Solomon, ca 1625. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Allegory of the Revolution, c1790. Creator: Unknown
Allegory of the Revolution, c1790

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"Wisdom: A Journey through Time and Cultures" In the grand halls of King Solomon's palace, the Queen of Sheba embarked on a quest for wisdom. Her visit to this wise ruler symbolized the pursuit of knowledge that transcends borders and time. Across distant lands, great thinkers like Buddha, Laotzu, and Confucius imparted their profound teachings. Their words echoed through generations, guiding seekers towards enlightenment and understanding. Through artistry, William John Wainwright depicted the Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins. This timeless tale reminds us to be prepared in life's uncertainties and embrace wisdom when it comes knocking at our door. Norman Wisdom may have brought laughter to many with his comedic genius but even he recognized the value in his craft. His work under Rank Studios showcased how intelligence can be woven into entertainment. The Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape painted by unknown artists revealed the depth hidden within everyday scenes. Each proverb offered nuggets that resonated with people from all walks of life. As twilight settled over Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal prayer flags fluttered gently in the breeze. These colorful symbols carried prayers for peace and enlightenment - a testament to humanity's collective yearning for wisdom. Odin, Norse God of wisdom, poetry, war, and agriculture embodied an ancient belief system where knowledge was revered as divine power. His line engraving serves as a reminder that true wisdom encompasses various aspects of life. Sigmund Freud's sepia photograph captured not only his likeness but also his intellectual prowess as he delved into the depths of human psychology. He challenged conventional thinking while expanding our understanding of ourselves. Greek poets and philosophers left an indelible mark on civilization with their profound insights into love, truth, beauty – all facets encompassing human existence. Their words continue to inspire seekers on their quest for wisdom.